- (a) With the exceptions listed below, a dental assistant may perform any dental task or procedure assigned by the supervising dentist to the assistant that does not require the professional skills of a licensed dentist or licensed dental hygienist, but only under the personal supervision of a licensed dentist on the premises.
- (b) A dental assistant who has obtained a Coronal Polishing Permit may be delegated by the dentist to place dental sealants, but only under the supervision of the licensed dentist.
- (c) These duties may only be delegated when the effect of the procedure assigned is reversible.